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Rookie Yearfeedback is not an attack!I'm not sure who needs to hear this, but getting critique on your work and being punched in the face are not one in the same (I need to hear this). This week I'm chatting about my journey with learning how to take feedback a little less personally and using it as a tool for growth in my creative journey. As creatives, we can be very sensitive when it comes to our work because it is so personal. But recognizing that feedback is vital to our process can be a game changer. An even bigger game changer is filtering...2025-03-1329 min
Rookie Yeara creative's journey with self sabotage & self doubtAt the top of the year, I had this insane creative rut where I completely doubted any and all of my creative gifts and abilities. It was less of a rut that felt like I had no ideas left to share, and more of a rut that lead to inaction, not putting myself out there and ultimately self-sabotaging my creative journey. It lead to creating things I was proud of, but not putting it out there because I was fearful. It lead to a lot of brainstorms, but no foot forward to see them come to light. T...2025-03-0734 min
Rookie Yearlow maintenance friendships are not the answerI saw a stream of TikToks a few months ago where there seemed to be this idea that the best kind of friendships are the ones that take the least amount of "effort" (the effort being...catching up and investing in your friends' lives). I am here today to say that is NOT the way, and that friendship, as messy as it is, takes sacrifice. There is so much joy to be found in friendships that require a bit of effort to maintain the relationship. Join me for today's episode where I talk through what I've learned thus far...2025-02-2537 min
Rookie Yeara creative conversation w/ molly mccloskeyToday's episode is with LA-based photographer and director, Molly McCloskey (@m0llymccl0skey) who's creative vision and attention to detail is so evident in her work. From her recent album cover and music video direction for Kidz at Play, to her unique collage designs, Molly is truly someone who's work you do need to pay attention to. Here more about her care for her craft, her move from Ohio to LA and how she sees her self as more than just a 'creative' but a true artist. ⭐️Make sure to stay up to date on all things Rook...2024-10-0940 minRookie Yeara quarter life crisis HATES to see me comingI turn 25 in November and let's just say...I'm spiraling. Jk, kinda. As excited as I am to get older (and hopefully wiser) I can't help but think about the past few years of life and fear the future just a bit. So today's episode, I'm chatting what's been going on in my brain as of late, and all the scary, weird, and exciting feelings that come with the 25th year of life. ✍🏾In other news, Rookie Year is announcing a fun creative event this month in ATLANTA! Stay tuned on our Instagram (@rookieyearpodcast) for more details. I'm s...2024-10-0142 minRookie Yeara creative conversation w/ kc filzenHey hey hey! We're back with another episode, featuring Photographer and Social Editor for Everlane, KC Filzen. KC's determined attitude, willingness to take creative risks and drive lead her to working her way through the fashion industry at a young age. We chatted about the power of taking those big risks, the importance of encouraging community and what it looks like to dream big (and actually make it happen). This conversation was a treat! ✍🏾We've been MIA a bit...apologies! But we are turning a new leaf and excited for what's to come with Rookie Year. Stay tuned...2024-09-2430 minRookie Yeara creative conversation w/ kaitlyn mirandaWe. Are. SO. BACK. Welcome to Season 2 of Rookie Year. Today we're interviewing Creative Producer for The CCNYC and Content Creator, Kaitlyn Miranda. She is a WELL of creative wisdom and insight, with years in this industry now making waves and blazing trails with her work. From here content that inspires authenticity and vulnerability, to the productions she brings to life on the CultureCon team, Kaitlyn is truly THAT girl ⭐️This conversation is sure to leave you inspired and ready to make your next creative move. After a few months way, Rookie Year is back and b...2024-08-2138 minRookie Yearcrafting your creative path w/ abi cherubinThe creative journey is not a linear one, especially when you first start out. That's what Miami-bred, NYC based Creative Strategist and Filmmaker, Abi Cherubin (@abicherub) learned in her rookie year. Today we chat with Abi on finding the confidence to share your story, and how trial and error in your early 20s is a good thing. Learning what you enjoy, and what you don't enjoy, is beneficial to the young creative's development. We'll also here how she's found creative community that not only encourages and uplifts her, but inspires the work she pursues. Tune in to today's episode f...2024-05-1431 minRookie Yeardream like your 9-year old selfRemember when you were a kid and everything seemed possible? No idea or creative conquest had limits? What happened to that feeling of childlike wonder and awe we felt when trying something new? Today, I chat through my thoughts on how we can dream and create like our kid selves again. I also want us to think about how proud our kid selves would be if they saw the adults we're becoming today. Thanks for listening. ⭐️ Stay up to date with all things Rookie Year on our IG and TikTok platforms (@rookieyearpodcast). See ya next Tuesday! ...2024-03-2625 minRookie Yearlet's chat postgrad friendshipsCollege is the perfect environment to make new friends and find your people. But what happens when you leave that environment, move to a new city and your hundreds or thousands of miles away from people you know, trust and love? How do you even stay connected with friends...or even worse...how do you make new ones? Today, I'm chatting through all of the thoughts I've had since graduating on friendships, maintaining relationships and going out of your comfort zone to find community wherever you land postgrad. ✨ Make sure to keep up to date with all th...2024-03-1231 minRookie Yeartaking a creative leap w/ brooks welch of soul sugar jointDeciding you want to pursue your creative passions full-time can be a scary one, especially if the route isn't traditional. Today, we're chatting with Brooks Welch, content creator and founder of Soul Sugar Joint (@soulsugarjoint), an online platform dedicated to sharing and exploring musical creativity. Brooks shares her journey as a creator, from getting out of your head and pushing forward to achieve your goals, to envisioning success before you even begin a project. She's dropping wisdom today on turning the little dream you have in your bedroom, to a beautiful reality ✨Stay connected with the Rookie Ye...2024-03-0538 minRookie Yearwhen was the last time you learned something new?Hey there! Long time, no see. Today we've got a chatty episode on making learning fun again. Last week I thought to myself, when was the last time I learned a new skill that I actually keep up with/still use? Was it when I learned how to drive a car? Was it a concept I learned in college? This question made me realize that I want to continue learning things, simply for the fun of it, in 2024. Whether it's pottery, video editing, a new paint medium, I don't want learning to stop just because I'm not in a...2024-02-2725 minRookie Yearindividualism impacts our creativityHave you ever felt like our society is so focused on self that we often lose sight of creating and fostering community? Yea, me too. Today we're chatting about individualism and it's impact on our creative capabilities and communities. We weren't meant to do this on our own - so what's stopping us? 👀Weekly episodes are back after a brief hiatus (oops!). We are back to regularly scheduled Tuesday programming. Make sure to follow Rookie Year on IG and TikTok @rookieyearpodcast. See ya next Tuesday! ✨Sources:Defining IndividualismDefining Collectivism Is an Increase...2024-02-0631 minRookie Yeari keep accidentally writing 2023The New Year is here which means a new list of things to try and accomplish, right? Today I'm talking through what I'm looking forward to the most in 2024 and trying to combat that feeling of overwhelm that sometimes comes with a new year. ✨From ins and outs, to what my vision board is forecasting for this year, to trying to find a new hobby, today's episode is definitely a chatty one. I cannot wait to see how this year pans out. Okay, gtg stick to my resolution of being on time for any and everything! ⌛️Make s...2024-01-0938 minRookie Yearreclaiming the joy in creativity w/ ahsia godfreyToday's episode left me inspired and recharged. I chatted with multidisciplinary creative, Ahsia Godfrey (ahsia.g), on finding joy within creativity and what it truly means to forge your own path. She chats eureka moments she's had, igniting the spark within you, and what a nontraditional creative path can look like. This is definitely a conversation where you'll want to take notes! ⭐️Thanks for tuning in this week! Only few episodes left of 2024. Keep following along on our Instagram + TikTok @rookieyearpodcast to stay up to day on what's next! We have some exciting content and episodes lined up...2023-12-0643 minRookie Yeari turned 24 and have a lot to sayHey...how y'all doing? I took a bit of time off to regroup, recharge, reset and get a year older. Today's episode is a bit of a ramble of things I've learned in my 23rd year of life and what I hope to see in my 24th year of life. From navigating feeling nervous around more experienced creatives, to reading and having more fun outside of work - there's so many things I want to implement into this new year of life. 🎂Make sure to follow us on Instagram and TikTok @rookieyearpodcast. We are BACK to regularly sche...2023-11-2937 minRookie Yearfinding the music within: in conversation with cecilyToday we're chatting with Cecily (@its_cecily), a singer/songwriter based in Nashville using her melodies to inspire and express her creativity. Cecily's artistry is a breath of fresh air. In this episode, she shares how she knew music was her calling, the collaborative process in songwriting, and how important it is to step away and reset to prevent burnout. ✨Make sure to stay up to date on all things Rookie Year on our Instagram and TikTok @rookieyearpodcast. See ya next week! 🎙️2023-10-3133 minRookie Yearideas: fun to have, not to holdToday we're rambling about pursuing the passions and ideas you have and why it can feel so daunting. As a creative, we so often hold onto ideas for so many reasons. Whether it's feeling like we have a lack of resources, not feeling ready, or just overall imposter syndrome, some ideas are extremely fun to have, but not fun to hold onto. Today we'll chat through what using your resources to bring an idea to life can look like, building ideas with community, and even navigating the costs that can come with some creative projects. I speak from m...2023-10-1831 minRookie Yearhow i built my brand: a conversation with philip bowles, of selah clothing co.Today we have our FIRST Rookie Year guest, Philip Bowles, Founder & CEO of Selah Clothing Co. (@selahclothingco). Selah is changing the game with their designs that infuse faith and fashion. Inspired by vintage silhouettes and streetwear, Philip has created a brand that builds anticipation with each drop. Listen more to learn about his journey in building Selah, and his passion behind the art he creates. ✨Make sure to leave us a 5 star review if you've enjoyed Rookie Year. You can find us on Instagram and TikTok @rookieyearpodcast! See ya next Tuesday. 🎙️2023-10-1040 minRookie Yearuh oh! i feel a creative funk!Today we're chatting on a feeling that can be so frustrating and deter you from the work you love to do. I wanted to chat about ways that I deal with creative funks and how they are often a sign that you should rest. I've been in a bit of funk and just recently realized that whenever I go through a slump like this, I don't always need to "push through". Sometimes I just a need a moment to breathe, rest and rejuvenate before I dive back into my work! This is something I've learned the hard way, but...2023-10-0319 min
Stepping BackPerfect Just The Way You AreListen this week as I discuss how my complexion, hair and skin effected me in my younger age and these insecurities followed me to adulthood and through relationships. Merriam-Webster defines colorism as prejudice or discrimination, especially within a racial or ethnic group favoring people with lighter skin over those with darker skin. We also discuss my Little White Lady and how 5 year old Vic wanted to be white like her. While I joke and play far too much my momma is black, blackly black black, don’t let the light skin fool you And...2023-09-2736 minRookie Yearpost grad, comparison, job searching, oh my!Welcome to the FIRST episode of Rookie Year! The podcast for young creatives, by young creatives. Join Victoria as she chats through many of the lessons and tidbits she's learned throughout her post grad experience thus far. From networking, finding creative community, setting job expectations, and comparison, there are so many things to navigate. But get this? You don't have to do it alone! 🤝🏾 Listen in and follow along on IG and TikTok, @rookieyearpodcast to find community for young creatives! 2023-09-2526 min
A Wee Bit Obsessed50. ::cough Harry Potter, posting, fun, Ross, etc. cough::Don't worry, when the time comes, these girls are ready to kiss because 1) they have white ass teeth and 2) they are hoarding a ton of Victoria Secrets mints on the READY. The girls launched their TV debut with a VHS in history that was deemed the best in the class, voted solely by Amanda and Jenae. Amanda is obsessed with the registered trademark symbol and being the Guru of the forums. Jenae is saving up for a computer and summer is just around the corner. Amanda is growing from Hawaii and Jenae can't stop yawning throughout the podcast, warning...2023-09-1536 min
Neo2soul PlaylistNeo2soul Playlist The Vibes 13 (Female Takeover Pt 11)Our goal is to bridge the gap between the mainstream & indie artists. Our main aim is to focus on 75% female & 25% male artists/groups.Non-stop, less chat, more in the mix (Neo Soul, Hip Hop, R&B, Soul, Gospel, Jazz) musical grooves.This show is syndicated Floradio (UK) Wed 3 pm UK (Monthly)WVRO (USA) Mon/Wed/Fri 6 pm UK (weekly)WHTL 95.2 FM (USA) Mon - Fri 9:30 am UK (weekly)Tiffani Michelle - Aura Shadi G - That KindTaliwhoah - PlaybookNaya Shea - Risk It...2022-02-233h 00
Cocktails Over CoffeeMoving Towards Your Dreams with Nike Master Trainer Traci CopelandTraci Copeland is a world-traveled Hip-Hop/Street Jazz dancer who’s performed on stage with Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Black-Eyed Peas, Wayne Wonder, Music Soulchild, and has appeared on various TV shows like Fashion Rocks, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, and MTV’s Say What? Karaoke. Traci appeared in several workout videos for Women’s Health Magazine, Runner’s World, Insanity, and Asylum 2. She’s modeled for Women’s Health Mag, Self, Shape, Runner’s World, Health, Cosmo, Prevention and appeared in campaigns for some of the top athletic brands in the world.A competitive gymnast for 13 years and collegiate tr...2020-10-2944 min